Tackling the climate emergency
Much has been written, and declarations made, about the urgent need to tackle climate change. As local councils, we need to take this further by producing and delivering measurable action plans.
Changes to Right to Buy
The Government has announced a package of reforms to the Right to Buy scheme, in what is a significant lobbying success for the LGA, following years of campaigning.
Fresh vision for early years
Seamless support and a ‘welcoming hub’ for families are among new proposals for ensuring babies and young children get the best possible start to life.
Building council housing again
In Herefordshire, local economic recovery and resilience are top priorities for our Independent/It’s Our County/Green coalition administration.
White Paper ‘to join up health and care’
Plans to reform health and care services in England so they can work more closely together have been published in a Government White Paper.
The LGA’s Budget submission
Despite increased government support, councils need a further £2.6 billion in this financial year to plug funding gaps arising from the pandemic.
Focus on leadership
The LGA offers seminars and events to help councillors build valuable networks with their peers, including dedicated sessions for women, ethnic minority and younger elected members.
Honours for public service
Local government workers, firefighters, teachers, police officers and foster carers were among the public sector workers on the New Year Honours List 2021.
New national lockdown as vaccines rolled out
Priority groups are receiving their first vaccine doses as the country begins another round of national lockdowns.
Helping disadvantaged young people
Councils can make a difference when it comes to helping young people at risk of dropping out of school or work.